Pavagada: The hill fort built in 1405 by a Vijaynagar chieftain. It was the scene of fierce battle between the English and Tippu Sultan. Also found here is Shaneshwara temple.

Madhugiri: This proeperous town is known for its pomegranates and has one of the finest hill forts built by the Vijaynagar kings. Also to be seen are Jain Basadis and temples.

Marconahalli: Has a reservoir built accross Shimsha river. Boating is available here.

Devarayanadurga: This hillock is famous for the historical temples of Yoga Narasimha and Bhoga Narasimha. It is situated at 70 Kms from Bangalore. Another attraction of this place is Natural Water Spring called Namada Chilume.

Bahubali Mahamasthakabhisheka – 2018

Mahamasthakabhisheka, the head anointing ceremony is performed once in 12 years to the 57 feet high monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali at Shravanabelagola. The event is being be held under the leadership of His Holiness Swasti Sri Charukeerthi Bhattarakha Swamiji of Shravanabelagola from 17th-25th February 2018.